Walk and Pray With St. Kateri This Summer
July 14 – August 15, 2025
This summer, we invite you to slow down, breathe deeply, and encounter God in the beauty of creation through our St. Kateri Prayer Walk—a self-guided, multi-sensory spiritual experience open to all.
Created by the Women’s Commission, the prayer walk is open from Monday, July 14 (Feast of St. Kateri Tekakwitha) through Friday, August 15 (Feast of the Assumption). It begins under the grape arbor at the entrance to the Kateri Prayer Garden and follows the paved path through this peaceful space.
At the entrance, you’ll be introduced to the life of St. Kateri Tekakwitha, the first Native American saint, often referred to as the Lily of the Mohawks. Along the path, reflection stations invite you into quiet prayer, heartfelt intercession, and spiritual inspiration.
As you conclude the walk, you’ll be invited to take part in one of St. Kateri’s beautiful traditions. Known for fashioning small crosses out of twigs as a way to focus her prayer while in nature, she left behind a legacy of prayer rooted in creation. You are welcome to make your own Kateri Cross using the materials provided and leave it in the garden as a sign of your prayerful visit. All the crosses will be gathered and offered during Mass on Friday, August 15, in celebration of the Feast of the Assumption.
Join Us for the Opening Picnic & Blessing
Bring your own picnic and join us at 6:00 PM on Monday, July 14 for an informal gathering on the Feast of St. Kateri. At 6:30 PM, Fr. Carlos will offer a special blessing to officially open the prayer walk. We’ll also have a frozen treat to share—our little way of celebrating summer and community.
Can’t Make It to the Garden?
We’ve prepared a digital copy of the prayer walk stations for anyone who’d like to participate from home, on a hike, or wherever you find yourself this summer. You can access and download the prayer walk guide below.
Whether you visit once or return often, may this prayer walk be a source of peace, reflection, and deeper connection with Christ—through the witness of St. Kateri.